Conopidae
Pronunciation: [Con·OH·pe⋅dae]
Common Name: Thick-headed Flies
Description: Adults are wasp mimics with an abdomen that is narrowly joined to the thorax. Most species have a bulbous head with a long proboscis. They hover near flowers, feed on nectar, and lay their eggs on other visiting pollinators (mostly bees). The larvae are internal parasitoids of their hosts.
Spot ID Key Characters:
- Wasp-like with abdomen tapered anteriorly
- Long proboscis
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Order: Diptera
